Samot (276a) - Sihunta, Chamba
Samot (276a) is a village situated in the Sihunta tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Samote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samot (276a) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samot (276a) is 007631. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.74 hectares and falls under the 176207 pincode. Chuari Khas is the nearest town.
Samot (276a) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samot (276a)
As per Census 2011, Samot (276a) village has a total population of 817 people, consisting of 411 males and 406 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 640 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samot (276a) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 817 | 411 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 640 | 332 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 79 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Samot (276a)
Samot (276a) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Samot (276a)
Public transport in the Samot (276a) is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Samot (276a) is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samot (276a)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samot (276a) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Samot (276a)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samot (276a) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Samot (276a)
Where is Samot (276a) located?
Samot (276a) village is located in Sihunta Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samot (276a)?
The Gram Panchayat of Samot (276a) is Samote.
What is the pincode of Samot (276a)?
The pincode of Samot (276a) is 176207.
What is the population of Samot (276a)?
Samot (276a) has a total population of 817, including 411 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Samot (276a)?
There are 184 households in Samot (276a).
What is the literacy rate in Samot (276a)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samot (276a) is 78.34%. Male literacy is 80.78% and female literacy is 75.86%.